Highlighted Eastman Concerts & Events: November/December 2025
As Eastman’s fall semester marches on, please join us for a wonderful range of free and ticketed performances!
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Eastman School Symphony Orchestra Takes Flight with World Premiere Viola Concerto
Eastman alumnus Michael Frazier partners with violist Jordan Bak and ESSO for the world premiere of his ‘los quetzales’—a vibrant new concerto inspired by the resplendent quetzal and born from collaboration and rhythmic vitality.
Beyond the Screen: ‘The Red Violin’ in Concert
Experience ‘The Red Violin’ like never before—conductor Jeff Beal and violinist YooJin Jang lead Eastman musicians in a rare live-to-picture event at the Soundtrax Film Music Festival.
Eastman Opera Theatre Presents Rare Alternating Double Feature: Oct. 31-Nov. 2, 2025
Eastman Opera Theatre presents the world premiere of “CLICK!” and Eastman debut of “In a Grove” Oct. 31-Nov. 2, 2025 in Kilbourn Hall.
Lisa Seischab Appointed Executive Director of Advancement at the Eastman School of Music
Announcing the appointment of Lisa Seischab ’90E as Eastman’s new Executive Director of Advancement, effective October 20, 2025.
Eastman School of Music Announces Expansion of the Beal Institute with Historic Multimillion-Dollar Gift
Alumni Joan Beal ’84E and Jeff Beal ’85E transform the future of music and technology with the largest individual gift in Eastman’s history.
Rhythm as Resilience: John R. Beck Guides Group Drumming at Eastman
Eastman alumnus John R. Beck shares the healing power of group drumming, uniting students, faculty, and the community in a circle of sound and connection.
Eastman School of Music to Host Two Major Admissions Events in a Single Day
For the first time, Eastman Admissions will host Eastman Experience Day and the Upstate New York Music College Fair on the same day: Monday, October 6, 2025.
Soundtrax Film Music Festival Announces FREE Daytime Speaker Sessions
Soundtrax is proud to offer free daytime speaker sessions alongside rarely performed (ticketed) concerts, aligning with George Eastman’s mission of enriching community life.